Over the course of the past 12 months, not many prospects in the nation have seen their stock rise as much as Pensacola (Fla.) Escambia running back Trent Richardson. The 5-foot-11, 205-pounder is considered to be one of the elite high school players in the country. Though he committed early to Alabama, several programs, including Florida, are still hot on his trail.

When asked about his meteoric rise to the top, Richardson had an explanation ready.